Relax in comfortable rooms at The Swan Hotel, a 17th-century pub in Leighton Buzzard. Close to train station, outdoor seating, free Wi-Fi, bar, and kid-friendly amenities.
Guests appreciate comfortable, clean rooms and a friendly atmosphere in this historic pub setting, balanced with practical considerations such as location and noise levels.
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Set within a warm 17th-century pub building on Leighton Buzzard’s busy High Street, The Swan Hotel offers relaxed rooms with en suite bathrooms and air conditioning. Visitors can enjoy outdoor seating and access to a bar and restaurant downstairs, making it a convenient option for those seeking accommodation with onsite food and drink options. The property is smoke-free, kid-friendly, and accessible, though it does not provide free parking or airport shuttle services.
The hotel’s location is practical for guests exploring the local area, positioned about a 15-minute walk from Leighton Buzzard train station. Nearby attractions include Stockgrove Country Park and Ascott House, both approximately 3 miles away. Popular day trips to Bletchley Park, Whipsnade Zoo, and Woburn Safari Park are also easily reachable, offering varied activities for different interests.
Guest reviews generally highlight comfortable and clean rooms with necessary amenities such as a kettle and efficient showers. Some feedback notes that rooms are on the smaller side and that noise from the pub can sometimes be heard, though several guests found the overall stay quiet and enjoyable. The lack of onsite parking is offset by nearby paid options and free parking bays available after 6 pm.
Checking in is possible from 2 pm with checkout by 11 am, accommodating typical travel schedules. The Swan Hotel suits visitors looking for straightforward accommodations with a local pub atmosphere, especially those prioritizing location and value rather than extensive hotel facilities.
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Ordered food via the wetherspoon app, drinks took 2 minutes to reach table which came with meal in a special deal, food was with us within 10 minutes, really happy sat in the sunlounge area, will visit again. Feed watered and out within 35 mins. No parking onsite, but cheap car park 3 min walk, and after 6pm free parking outside in bays.
Stayed here and will definitely return. The room had everything needed, was quiet, clean and comfortable. Had a lovely bubble bath before bed, TV and sleep. Downstairs for breakfast at a Wetherspoons, can't complain. There is a lift to upstairs if needed. It's right on the high street. Would reccomended staying here as it's off the beaten track yet close to Milton Keynes and surrounds.
Sophie was excellent on the reception , and showed us where to park for free . The room was a good size . Unfortunately the bathroom had a bad odour .
Such, a fantastic hotel, rooms very comfortable and cosy with Kettle for teas andcoffee, plenty of hot water and a bath , plus wetherspoons down stairs , so great value for food, so needs covered.
Stayed here last Saturday evening. And I was splendidly surprised. The rooms are small but have everything you need. And surprisingly for a Saturday night the rooms were quiet, the noise level was not what I was expecting. We was backed onto the beer garden and the noise was minimal. The rooms had aircon so were nice and cool. The rooms were clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed here recently, the rooms are a bit small but for the price it's ok, only thing is the rooms are upstairs and we could hear the bar and music and people taking downstairs in our room. The room was clean and nice shower room.
We stayed in the hotel for 3 nights. The room was comfy with a good shower, comfy bed, warm duvets and coffee/tea/biscuits. The only thing that could be improved are the pillows, they were far too soft for us. Excellent value for money and was better than other hotels in the same price bracket.
Went to the pub. Its a very pleasant place. Prices are very reasonable.
In a 17th-century building on a busy street with shops, this cosy pub with rooms is a 15-minute walk from Leighton Buzzard train station, and 3 miles from both Stockgrove Country Park and the long-standing Ascott House.
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